DENVER - This week, Governor Polis will attend the annual Winter Meeting of the National Governors Association to meet with fellow Governors on the important issues impacting states across the nation and collaborate to solve problems.
“These meetings provide Governors with an important place to discuss the challenges our states face, work toward solutions, and advocate for our states with the federal government. I always work with anyone to deliver for Colorado and make our state a better place. I find that Republican and Democratic Governors across the country face the same issues, and we learn from one another what works and what doesn’t work to improve our schools, our roads, and our economy. This meeting is a great opportunity for productive conversations with my fellow Governors to work more closely together,” said Colorado Governor Jared Polis.
Governor Polis served as the Chair of the National Governors Association in 2024-25 and his chair initiative, “Let’s Get Ready: Educating All Americans For Success” focused on ensuring students get the skills and training needed in school to get good-paying jobs. The Governor’s Let’s Get Ready initiative Report provided Governors across the country with a roadmap outlining policies to help states ensure student success. The Governor’s Let's Get Ready Initiative is now in action, with Colorado and 6 other states participating in a policy academy through the National Governors Association to track their student outcomes in real time through new readiness dashboards. Governor Polis is a current member of the Executive Board of the National Governors Association.
While in DC, Governor Polis will meet with other Governors, participate in and lead policy discussions, and more.
NGA WINTER MEETING
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | National Governors Association Winter Meeting |
WHERE: | Washington, D.C. |
WHEN: | Thursday, February 19, 2026 - Saturday, February 21, 2026 |
POLITICO 2026 GOVERNORS SUMMIT
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis will participate in a fireside chat with Politico’s Brakkton Booker about how states are leading on policies that address the country's greatest challenges. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Constitution Ball Room 3B 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Thursday, February 19, 2026 11:45 AM ET |
NGA OPENING CEREMONY
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis and other Governors will hear about and discuss how to ensure economic opportunity for the next generation, part of Governor Stitt’s NGA chair initiative. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Independence Ballroom East & West 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Friday, February 20, 2026 1:45 PM ET |
STANDING WITH UKRAINE: SIGNING HISTORIC SISTER STATE AGREEMENT
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis will sign a historic sister state agreement between Colorado and Volyn Ukraine to support our strong economic, academic, and cultural ties. |
WHERE: | Ukrainian Consul 3350 M Street NW Washington, DC 20007 |
WHEN: | Friday, February 20, 2026 3:00 PM ET |
PLENARY SESSION: THE POWER OF SERVICE
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis and other Governors will hear from a panel about how states can continue to lead in supporting members of the armed forces and their families, honoring those who choose to serve. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Independence Ballroom East & West 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Saturday, February 21, 2026 10:30 AM ET |
PLENARY SESSION: TACKLING AFFORDABILITY
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis and other Governors participate in a discussion on how to make life more affordable. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Independence Ballroom East & West 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Saturday, February 21, 2026 11:15 AM ET |
PANEL DISCUSSION: IMMIGRATION AND WORKFORCE POLICY
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis will participate in a panel discussion about immigration reform and how policies can strengthen the workforce and economy. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Independence Ballroom East & West 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Saturday, February 21, 2026 1:30 PM ET |
PLENARY SESSION: DISCUSSING PERMITTING REFORM
WHO: | Governor Polis |
WHAT: | Governor Polis and other Governors will hear from Interior Secretary Doug Burgum on permitting reform. Then Governors will discuss how to address energy challenges and how permitting reform can play a role to deliver reliable and affordable power. |
WHERE: | Grand Hyatt Washington - Independence Ballroom East & West 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 |
WHEN: | Saturday, February 21, 2026 2:00 PM ET |
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